Serving 142 students in grades 9-12, Jcfa ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 47:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 47:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jcfa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Jcfa's student population of 142 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Jcfa ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jcfa is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
47:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
28%
11%
Black
49%
41%
White
18%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jcfa's ranking?
Jcfa is ranked #500 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Jcfa often compared to?
Jcfais often viewed alongside schools like West Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jcfa?
The graduation rate of Jcfa is 10%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Jcfa?
142 students attend Jcfa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Jcfa students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jcfa?
Jcfa has a student ration of 47:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jcfa offer ?
Jcfa offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jcfa part of?
Jcfa is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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